Your visit
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Facilities in the Zoo
From cafés, car parking and changing places facilities to our zoovenir shop, find out more about the facilities at Belfast Zoo.
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Accessibility in the Zoo
We want all of our visitors to have a ‘zooper’ day out and work hard to make the zoo as accessible as possible by providing accessible facilities for everyone including a Zoomobile, free carers' entry, 17 designated accessible parking bays, accessible toilet facilities, wheelchairs and electric scooters plus more.
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Getting to the Zoo
We are well connected to the motorway and roads network. You can get to the zoo by car, taxi, bus or train!
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Feeding times
You can watch animal feeding times at Belfast Zoo.
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Terms and conditions
Our terms and conditions protect the health and safety of our visitors and staff as well as our animals.
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View our events
We offer a variety of fun-filled events throughout the year: Celebrate your Valentine, Spring into Easter, Love your Zoo, Summer Family Fun, Hall-zoo-een activities, or celebrate Christmas with our Animals. We have something for everyone!
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Zoo audio tour
We are delighted to offer a free audio tour for visitors to learn more about our history and the 100 species who call Belfast Zoo home.
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Zoo map
Become a member of Belfast Zoo
More on Zoo membershipNews and events
NI Science Festival: Learn about science behind animal care
Belfast Zoo is taking part in the Northern Ireland Science Festival 2025 with an educational workshop.
Wildlife Wonderland at Belfast Zoo
On Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 December, visitors will notice a touch of magic in the air at Belfast Zoo as we get into the festive ...
Belfast Zoo is closed on Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 December
Belfast Zoo is closed on Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 December due to storm damage.
Conservation and history
History of the zoo
Learn about our history, when we opened, and recent developments.
The role of a modern zoo
Zoos were first created as private collections, or menageries but their aims and objectives have changed greatly.
Breeding programmes
Good zoos are more than simply a place to see animals. We play a vital role in the conservation of species at risk.
Supported conservation projects
More species are facing extinction than ever before. We have a responsibility to ensure their survival.